2003 Renault Kangoo vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, 2008 Opel Astra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Astra (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Opel Astra (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo. 2008 Opel Astra has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Opel Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Kangoo | 2008 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Renault | Opel |
| Model | Kangoo | Astra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
